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Old 08-30-10, 09:40 AM   #1
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Default 60hp merc 2-stroke hard to start

I am running a 2-stroke 60hp mercury big foot on a 2006 bass tracker pro team 175. No matter when I try to start it, I have to choke it. I know when you first start it, it needs to be choked, but even after just starting it and shutting down, it needs to be choked to start. If i dont choke it, it doesnt start. Any suggestions?
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Old 08-30-10, 11:06 PM   #2
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I would run some carbon gaurd through and use the shock treatment recommendation. This is a good place to start, it could just be a carbon build up issue.
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Old 09-05-10, 01:42 PM   #3
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Are you using an additive such as StaBil Marine, which is formulated for E10 gas? If no, you need it with every tank of gas. It makes a world of difference in now the engine performs. Not the regular, but the Stabil Marine (it is blue). I have been using it since it hit the market and have had no problems with my Yammie 60hp. Before that I used StarTron as soon as E10 hit our pumps.
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Old 09-05-10, 02:16 PM   #4
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sounds like you have a restriction in the fuel system somewhere...run a portable gas tank to your motor and see if the problem goes away
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Old 09-05-10, 10:17 PM   #5
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I have a 25hp motor and have the same problem , it is a merc as well. Never , ever starts without choke. It makes it a bit rought to run by yourself in a windy day. Have to troll out from the shore and then "try" to get the outboard to start.
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Old 09-07-10, 03:00 PM   #6
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sometimes a ball pene hammer helps..........................at least with the anger. lol.
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Old 09-07-10, 04:28 PM   #7
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Lol , Im with ya bama....
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